FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE LAS VEGAS

This is your last stop on the strip at the far end of north Las Vegas, its called Old Town or Fremont Street. Its about four blocks of "pedestrians only" walk ways with hotels/casinos, retail carts, food, live music, and plenty of people watching. There is a high wire chair ride that runs down the center of fremont street and from dusk till midnight daily a music light show on the dome ceiling every hour. Don't miss the shark tank swimming pool and take a 3-story water slide ride thru the shark tank inside the pool at the Golden Nugget hotel, wow! Remember you can take the Deuce but the Ace Gold express is faster, you can use the same bus ticket on both busses, $7 for a 24 hour pass. lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com

STRATOSPHERE LAS VEGAS

The Stratosphere is the last hotel/casino on the strip heading north on the south west side. It is unique because of its hight and a great place for thrill seekers. At the top of the tower there are rides called Insanity, Big Shot, X Scream and Sky-Jump (855 feet at 40 mph) you must be insane !!! In addition, there is the 'Top of the World' fine dining restaurant that rotates 360 degrees every 80 minutes, the view is awesome. For less $$$ fun try Roxy's Diner a 50s joint where the wait staff sings and does the twist for you. There are really no other perks its just your typical Vegas stuff. Up- next Fremont Street Experience. lynnlaavegas.blogspot.com

RIVIERA AND CIRCUS CIRCUS LASVEGAS

I'm going to do both hotels together because we have left the most popular section of the Las Vegas strip. Theses two hotels are about a mile from Wynn and Encore heading north and across the street from each other. Circus Circus is really the only hotel/casino on the strip that caters to kids, so if your not into screaming kids or stressed out parents this place is not for you. It has The Adventuredome ( an indoor theme park) and circus acts, a small boring pool, some eats, cheap room rates and thats about it. Riviera has nothing special except a great history from the good old days and cheap room rates. Both hotels are old in need restoration. They are, however, in walking distance to the Hilton hotel and convention center, that are off the strip. Next-up the Stratosphere. lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com

WYNN AND ENCORE LAS VEGAS

I'm writing about Wynn and Encore together because they are so similar and both owned by Wynn. He is a master of perfection, even the water fountains and telephones are gold, every detail is reviewed by him. Wynn's two hotels are not kid friendly, he does not allow strollers for fear they will damage the beautiful floors and carpeting. These hotels are top of the line and good behavior is a must. There is top $$$ shopping and many great eateries, as well as, a great and comfortable spots book,with beautifully dressed cocktail ladies. Check out the Lake of Dreams, its a light and water show, every half hour from 7p.m.-12:30a.m. and its FREE. Encore beach  club "Surrender" and XS where the dance floor leads to a patio and a stunning pool. In Wynn "Tryst" is the place to be with its 94-foot waterfall as the centerpiece for the night club. Le Reve is the show to see at Wynn's and don't forget to look outside at the spectacular gardens and water falls and don't miss the marque its the best on the strip. When you exit the Wynn spent some time in the space ship mall called fashion show across the street, there is lots to eat and you can shop tell you drop. Next-up the hotel Riviera. lynnlas.blogspot.com

THE PALAZZO LAS VEGAS

The Palazzo is owned and located next door to the Venetian on the south east side of the street heading north. They are connected by a walk-way in-side and not owned by the big boys, MGM and Harrah's !! Palazzo has some nice eateries, along the walk-way on the strip, a great sports book, modern and comfortable but it does not have any horse racing, although it does have great bathrooms with tv's so you won't miss the action. Don't miss Jersey Boys its a hot item or the Exotic Car Showroom. Next-up Wynn and Encore.   lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com

THE VENETIAN LAS VEGAS

The Venetian is across from Treasure Island, heading north on the south east side of the street. It is a beautifully done hotel/casino, with Gondola's riding down the Grand Canal thru cafes and fantastic shopping areas, all while being serenaded by your gondolier. If you are not checking-in you still must check-out the lobby area, look up and see wonderful art work on the ceilings and look down and see the most exguisite tile work on the floors!!!  Madame Tussauds wax museum is worth seeing, as well as the pools on the 4th floors. There are strolling performers to entertain you while you are enjoying a meal in their many eatery's or shopping tell you drop. Blue Man Group and Phantom of the Opera are popular shows. Next-up is The Palazzo.    lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com

TREASURE ISLAND LAS VEGAS

Treasure Island is next door to the Mirage ( you can take the free tram if you want ) on the south west side of the street heading north. It has Mystere, a Cirque du Soleil  show, the free Sirens of Treasure Island show ( not for kids ) it once was about pirates and action, now its just boring and r rated. Gilley's is fun, with live entertainment, line dancing and Gilley Girls, food and drink, of course!! Limited eats, Canter's Deli is my pick, no real shopping, pools ok, sports book ok. service ok, although it is an independently owned hotel/casino and i like that.    Next-up The Venetian. lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com  

THE MIRAGE LAS VEGAS

The Mirage has a beautiful lagoon out front with a volcano that spews smoke and fire every evening on the hour, beginning at dusk. When you enter the hotel/casino relax at the atrium bar for awhile, then check out the fantastic aquarium in front of the hotel check-in. Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat is a pleasant place to be, go early to see the animals while they are awake or at feeding times. If you like the Beatles you'll love The Beatles Love show by Cirque du Soleil or check out the Terry Fator show, remember him from America's got Talent tv show? The Mirage has lots of good eats especially if your in the mood for deli, there's Carnegie, pick up a sandwich togo and sit on the outside patio in front of the hotel to people watch. The sports book is big and nice, but the chairs are so heavy you can't move them!! Some of the chairs in the casino are very uncomfortable, as well. Service is ok, pool is great, nightlife as always, shopping not so much. There is a free tram that will take you next door to Treasure Island. The Mirage is across the street from Harrah's heading north on the south west side if the street. Next-up Treasure Island.   lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com

HARRAH'S LAS VEGAS

Harrah's is located in the heart of the Las Vegas strip on the south east side heading north across from the Mirage hotel. Its a fun and busy place with good service, there's not much in the shopping area, some good dining and an ok sports book. Do check out the Carnaval Court, outside, for lots of entertainment. It has live music from noon till 2am and flair bartenders that will thrill you with their drink mixing ( drinks are $$ ). If you like country and western enjoy a meal and beverage at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill with  live bands and lots of dancing. For some daytime entertainment to keep you from spending your life savings in the casino, see Defending the Caveman or the Mac King Comedy Magic Show ( low $$ ). Next-up the MIRAGE    lynnlasvegas.blogspot.com